LUDLUM MODEL 44-20 MODEL 44-20-1 AND MODEL 44-20-3 GAMMA SCINTILLATORS June 2017
LUDLUM MODEL 44-20 MODEL 44-20-1 AND MODEL 44-20-3 GAMMA SCINTILLATORS June 2017
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY Ludlum Measurements, Inc. warrants the products covered in this manual to be free of defects due to workmanship, material, and design for a period of twelve months from the date of delivery. The calibration of a product is warranted to be within its specified accuracy limits at the time of shipment. In the event of instrument failure, notify Ludlum Measurements to determine if repair, recalibration, or replacement is required. This warranty excludes the replacement of photomultiplier tubes, G-M and proportional tubes, and scintillation crystals which are broken due to excessive physical abuse or used for purposes other than intended. There are no warranties, express or implied, including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness, which extend beyond the description of the face there of. If the product does not perform as warranted herein, purchaser s sole remedy shall be repair or replacement, at the option of Ludlum Measurements. In no event will Ludlum Measurements be liable for damages, lost revenue, lost wages, or any other incidental or consequential damages, arising from the purchase, use, or inability to use product. RETURN OF GOODS TO MANUFACTURER If equipment needs to be returned to Ludlum Measurements, Inc. for repair or calibration, please send to the address below. All shipments should include documentation containing return shipping address, customer name, telephone number, description of service requested, and all other necessary information. Your cooperation will expedite the return of your equipment. LUDLUM MEASUREMENTS, INC. ATTN: REPAIR DEPARTMENT 501 OAK STREET SWEETWATER, TX 79556 800-622-0828 325-235-5494 FAX 325-235-4672 page i
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. GENERAL... 1 2. SPECIFICATIONS:... 1 3. CALIBRATION... 2 3.1 Probe Peaking Procedure... 2 3.2 Determining Operating Voltage... 3 PARTS LIST... 5 Model 44-20 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR... 5 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 179... 5 Model 112-2 Tube Socket with Signal Splitter (Optional)... 5 Model 44-20-1 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR... 6 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 359... 6 Model 44-20-3 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR... 7 DRAWINGS AND DIAGRAMS... 8 page ii
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Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators 1. GENERAL The Ludlum Model 44-20, Model 44-20-1, and Model 44-20-3 utilize a Teledyne Integral Detector assembly containing a 3-inch diameter by 3-inch thick NaI (Tl) crystal optically coupled to a photomultiplier tube (PMT). The detectors are compatible with general purpose survey meters, ratemeters, and scalers for high-energy gamma detection (approximately 60 kev to 2 MeV range). The detectors provide high sensitivity for surveying and pulse height discrimination for single-channel or multi-channel applications. The Model 44-20 is available with an optional signal splitter so that two different instruments may be used for high-voltage input and detector pulse signal output. For this option, the detector tube socket has two connectors - BNC for the signal output and MHV for highvoltage input. SIG and H.V. are silkscreened onto the cover cap for identification of appropriate connections. The Model 44-20-3 crystal has higher resolution for spectroscopy. 2. SPECIFICATIONS: VOLTAGE: typically 500 volts to 1200 volts maximum HIGH VOLTAGE (HV): Variances in HV are due to instrument input sensitivity, cable length, photomultiplier tubes (PMT) and applications. SCINTILLATOR: 7.6 x 7.6 cm (3 x 3 in.) (Dia x thickness) NaI(Tl) crystal SENSITIVITY: typically 2300 cpm/ R/hr ( 137 Cs gamma) CURRENT DRAIN: 20 microamps at 1000 volts CONNECTORS: standard series C for normal mode; other types available upon request. For signal splitter option, BNC for signal output and MHV for high voltage input. SIZE: Model 44-20: 8.3 cm (3.3 in.) diameter by 28.4 cm (11.2 in.) long Model 44-20-1: 8.6 cm (3.4 in.) diameter by 28.2 cm (11.1 in.) long Model 44-20-3: 8.3 cm (3.3 in.) diameter by 28.4 cm (11.2 in.) long CONSTRUCTION: aluminum cap with stainless steel body PHOTOMULTIPLIER TUBE: 7.6 cm (3 in.) diameter, end window with 10-stage dynode chain at approximately 60 megohms HOUSING CONSTRUCTION: (0.02 in.) aluminum WEIGHT: Model 44-20: 1.7 kg (3.7 lb) Model 44-20-1: 2 kg (4.5 lb) Model 44-20-3: 1.8 kg (4 lb) 0.05 cm page 1
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators 3. CALIBRATION Calibration of these Model 44-20 series scintillators consists of determination of (1) the resolution of the detector (also called a probe peaking procedure ) and (2) the operating voltage of the detector by running a plateau. Both procedures are described in the following sections, using a Ludlum Model 2200 as the count rate instrument. A 1 Ci 137 Cs check source is used for the peaking procedure, and a calibrated 241 Am source is used for the plateau procedure. 3.1 Probe Peaking Procedure Energy resolution (probe peaking procedure) is performed to test the integrity of the crystal and tube socket. Ensure that DISCR control is set so that 1.0 on THRESHOLD dial = 10 mv input sensitivity. (If it is not, use a Ludlum Model 500 or equivalent pulser to determine the threshold-versus-millivolt relationship.) 3.1.1. Set WINDOW at 0.40 with the WINDOW switched to the ON position. 3.1.2. Set the THRESHOLD dial at 6.42. 3.1.3. Set high voltage well below 500 V (about 1.10 on HV dial). This ensures that the peaking routine is started below the actual photopeak at 662 kev and thus does not find a false peak or the 32 kev X-ray peak. 3.1.4. Set three-position switch (RATE, HV, and BATT) to RATE. 3.1.5. Set range multiplier to X1 and expose the detector to the 137 Cs source. 3.1.6. Begin increasing high voltage by slowly rotating HV dial clockwise. 3.1.7. Once full-scale deflection is reached, switch range multiplier to X10. Press reset button and continue to increase HV until fullscale deflection is again achieved. 3.1.8. Repeat for X100 range and then 1K range by pressing reset button and increasing HV until maximum count rate is achieved. NOTE: The X1K setting will likely be required for finding the photopeak, but occasionally the X100 range will suffice. 3.1.9. Once the peak is located, an increase or decrease in voltage should drop the count rate. If it does not, verify that WINDOW and THRESHOLD are properly set and repeat the above steps. If count rate does drop with an increase or decrease in HV, proceed to confirm peak. 3.1.10. To confirm probe is peaked, set WINDOW at 1.0 and THRESHOLD at 6.12 (corresponding to 612 kev). Note count rate, then switch window OFF. Count rate should stay approximately the same if probe is peaked. If it is not peaked, count rate will change dramatically. 3.1.11. Once the peak is confirmed, readjust THRESHOLD dial to 6.42 and WINDOW to 0.40 with WINDOW switched ON. 3.1.12. Initiate a 6-second count and record count rate (and peak HV if desired). NOTE: If greater accuracy than a Model 2200 kv scale is needed to measure high voltage, disconnect detector and connect a high-impedance voltmeter to a Model 2200. 3.1.13. Rotate THRESHOLD dial counterclockwise below 6.42 until count rate is approximately half of previous 6-second count. page 2
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators 3.1.14. Record THRESHOLD dial setting. 3.1.15. Rotate THRESHOLD dial clockwise above 6.42, until count rate is again approximately half of peak count rate determined in step 3.1.12. 3.1.16. Record THRESHOLD dial setting. 3.1.17. Determine the resolution of the peaked probe for 137 Cs as follows: where FWHM H = R o FWHM width of curve at half the peak height H 0 location of the peak centroid (peak energy) R resolution Energy resolution is normally expressed as a percentage. This, in combination with the terminology used in this procedure, defines the peak resolution as: U. T. S. - L. T. S. x Peak Energy 100 % = R% where U.T.S. upper threshold setting L.T.S. lower threshold setting EXAMPLE: Threshold dial setting (U.T.S.) 6.82 = 5000 counts in 6-second period (from step 3.1.16) Threshold dial setting 6.42 = 10,000 counts in 6-second period Threshold dial setting (L.T.S.) 6.02 = 5000 counts in 6-second period (from step 3.1.14) 682. - 602. 662. x 100% = 12. 08% The resolution should be less than 13% to be considered an acceptable probe. The value of a new probe should be 8 to 9% and increase toward 13% or more as the probe ages. Any probe with resolution greater than 13% should be considered marginal and sent in for service. 3.2 Determining Operating Voltage NOTE: Plateau HV should be considerably higher than peak voltage (by approximately 200 to 300 volts) if peak routine is performed correctly. 3.2.1. Connect the detector to the counting instrument. 3.2.2. Turn WINDOW to OFF. 3.2.3. Set input sensitivity to 10 mv. 3.2.4. Select the appropriate range or scale of the counting instrument. 3.2.5. Expose the detector to the calibration source. (LMI uses 241 Am, approximately 1.59 Ci in activity.) 3.2.6. Observing the meter needle deflection or digital readout, find the knee of the operating voltage plateau. For Model 44-20 without signal splitter and if using a Model 2200, both count rate and high voltage (KV scale) can be read on analog meter. For Model 44-20 with signal splitter, use two instruments: one for HV and one for pulse output. (LMI uses two Model 2200s, with HV disabled on one so as not to interfere with HV input on the other.) 3.2.7. Observe the voltage reading at the knee. Round down to nearest 50 volts. (Example: If knee is at 820 volts, round down to 800 volts. If knee is at 890 volts, round down to 850 volts.) Beginning at this voltage, take a 6-second count for background radiation. Record voltage and count rate. Repeat in 50-volt increments until background count rate exceeds 2000 counts in a 6-second period (assuming a 10 page 3
R/hr background exposure rate). Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators 3.2.8. Expose detector to calibration source. Perform and record 6-second source count rates for range of voltages used in step above for background count rates. 3.2.9. By examination or plotting the data, select an operating voltage that falls approximately in the middle of the plateau. There should be a 50-volt (or greater) buffer on either side of the selected operating voltage. 3.2.10. Adjust the instrument high voltage to the selected operating voltage. page 4
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators PARTS LIST Model 44-20 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR Ref. Description Part No. UNIT Completely Assembled Model 44-20 Gamma Scintillator 47-1104 * Tube Socket 47-1624 * Teledyne Integral Detector Assembly 01-5184 * Tube Socket Cap 2032-027 * Voltage Divider Board 5002-233 * HV Wire (White Teflon) 21-9362 * Ground Wire 21-9432 * Flanged Connector Series C 13-7752 * 4-40 x 5/16 BH Screws 17-8511 * 4-40 x 1/8 Soc Set Screws 17-8531 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 179 Ref. Description Part No. BOARD Assembled Voltage Divider Board 5002-233 CAPACITORS C1 0.01 F, 2kV, C 04-5525 RESISTORS R1-R11 4.75 MEG, 1% 10-7100 R12 10 MEG, 1% 10-7102 MISCELLANEOUS 13 EA. CONTACT-003-1381-003 01-5245 Model 112-2 Tube Socket with Signal Splitter (Optional) Ref. Description Part No. UNIT Completely Assembled Model 112-2 Tube Socket With Signal Splitter 47-1266 page 5
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators PARTS LIST Model 44-20-1 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR Ref. Description Part No. UNIT Completely Assembled Model 44-20-1 Gamma Scintillator 47-3129 * Teledyne Integral Detector Assembly 01-5659 * Voltage Divider Board 5002-571 * HV Wire (White Teflon) 21-9362 * Ground Wire 21-9432 * Flanged Connector Series C 13-7752 * 4-40 x 5/16 BH Screws 17-8511 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 359 Ref. Description Part No. BOARD Assembled Voltage Divider Board 5002-571 CAPACITORS C111 0.01µF, 2kV, C 04-5525 RESISTORS R5 R001-R004 4.75 MEG, 1% 4.75 MEG, 1% 12-7995 12-7995 R011-R013 4.75 MEG, 1% 12-7995 R101-R104 4.75 MEG, 1% 12-7995 R111 10 MEG, 1% 12-7996 page 6
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators Model 44-20-3 GAMMA SCINTILLATOR Ref. Description Part No. UNIT Completely Assembled Model 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillator 47-3952 * Tube Socket 47-1624 * Teledyne Integral Detector Assembly 01-5911 * Tube Socket Cap 2032-027 * Voltage Divider Board 5002-233 * HV Wire (White Teflon) 21-9362 * Ground Wire 21-9432 * Flanged Connector Series C 13-7752 * 4-40 x 5/16 BH Screws 17-8511 * 4-40 x 1/8 Soc Set Screws 17-8531 The Model 44-20-3 uses the same voltage divider (Drawing 2 x 179) as the Model 44-20. page 7
Model 44-20, 44-20-1 and 44-20-3 Gamma Scintillators DRAWINGS AND DIAGRAMS Model 44-20 and Model 44-20-1 Assembly View, Drawing 2 x 257 Model 44-20 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 179 Model 44-20-1 Voltage Divider Board, Drawing 2 x 359 page 8